Meeting planners, it’s time to give Portland another look.
Our city is in the middle of an unprecedented hotel boom: Our central city
room inventory is on pace to grow nearly 50% from 2016–2021. That means
if you haven’t checked out Portland’s offerings recently, you’re missing out!
The 600-room Hyatt Regency at the Oregon Convention Center, opening in
early 2020, will give Portland a long-awaited headquarters hotel. To complete
the package, the convention center is also making major renovations that will
complement the new hotel. But that’s just part of the picture: Large, small,
boutique, citywide — we’re growing across all sectors and providing new
reasons for every group to meet in this one-of-a-kind destination.
Of course, Portland’s appeal isn’t limited to our hotels. With no sales
or food & beverage tax, we save you green — and we’re one of the nation’s
greenest spots when it comes to sustainability, too. Your delegates will
gobble up our acclaimed food scene and diverse cultural offerings and feel
welcome in our communities. And Travel Portland’s staff works with our
hospitality partners to provide the best service in the nation.
There’s never been a better time to meet here. Let’s play. Let’s plan.
Let’s Portland!

James Jessie
Senior Vice President of Sales

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The Hyatt Regency
Portland at the Oregon
Convention Center is set to
open in early 2020.

With an already enviable collection of
big-name and boutique hotels, Portland’s hotel inventory
is skyrocketing: The current central-city inventory of
8,660 rooms will grow to over 10,000 by 2020.
Most anticipated among the new developments is
the 600-room Hyatt Regency, slated to open in early
2020. This headquarters hotel will offer planners a
committable block of 500 rooms — right across the street
from the Oregon Convention Center (OCC). Guests
will also benefit from the ongoing revitalization of the
surrounding Lloyd neighborhood, which is bringing more
public spaces, stores and dining options to the area.
“The new hotel makes the Oregon Convention
Center an attractive choice for larger groups,” said
Scott Cruickshank, general manager of Metro Visitor
Venues, which manages the OCC. “Its LEED certification
contributes to the Lloyd district’s emerging identity as a
pioneer of new strategies for urban sustainability.”

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“Portland was a
very attractive
destination for our
participants.
The Oregon
Convention Center
is well located and
reasonably easy
to access by our
participants from
hotels in the city.
Travel Portland
was a key partner
throughout the
full planning
process and onsite
experience.”
— Elizabeth Pollard,
World Parkinson
Coalition 2016,
4,500 attendees

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YOU, FOR PEOPLE AND
In Portland, there’s no sales tax
and no food & beverage tax — which means
instant savings for you and your delegates.
And our three-meal total rings up at $82,
compared to $94 in Salt Lake City and $95 in
Seattle.* While you’re balancing your budget,
attendees will delight in tax-free shopping
and affordable dining in one of the nation’s
top culinary destinations.
As committed as Portland is to saving
you cash, we’re also committed to the social
and environmental components of the
triple bottom line. In simple terms, we put
our money where our mouth is to support

social equity and sustainability — and we
make it easy for you to incorporate these
values into your meeting. For example, the
Oregon Convention Center’s waste diversion
program keeps more than 500,000 pounds
of waste out of landfills each year through
recycling, donation or composting. And
Travel Portland has a robust corporate
giving program, with 50% of funds
going to nonprofit organizations serving
communities of color.
*Source: Runzheimer International, 2018.

PORTLAND VALUES

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Visitors ranked Portland as No. 1
in the nation for public transportation
and pedestrian-friendliness, according
to a Travel + Leisure survey — and there
are plenty of reasons to agree. Portland’s
MAX light rail system connects Portland
International Airport (PDX), the Oregon
Convention Center (OCC) and the downtown
hotel core — making it easy for your delegates
to get where they need to go.
Getting from PDX to the city center
on MAX takes just 38 minutes and costs
just $2.50. PDX is a star in its own right,
named the best airport in the country by

Travel + Leisure readers for six consecutive
years. Both convenient and comfortable,
PDX offers efficiency, ample amenities,
unbeatable shopping and delicious eats
(along with nonstop service from more than
60 cities worldwide).
In addition to MAX light rail, the OCC
is served by the Portland Streetcar, which
travels to the city’s hottest shopping
districts, including the Pearl District and the
Central Eastside. Delegates can also roll like
locals with Biketown, the city’s bike-share
program, or utilize Portland’s abundant carand ride-sharing services.

PORTLAND INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

No.
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U.S. airport six
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downtown
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50+
restaurants and

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Nike, Powell’s Books
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With lush farms, rivers and the
ocean all nearby — along with masterful
chefs, artisan producers, creative makers,
innovative bartenders and baristas in the
city — it’s no surprise that Portland offers
an unsurpassed food and drink scene. Local
chefs make the most of bounty from nearby
fertile farmland, often letting the haul from
one of dozens of farmers’ markets dictate
their menus.
Portland restaurants, food carts and
chefs have drawn widespread national and
international acclaim, racking up countless
prestigious awards. In 2017 alone, 16
Portland restaurants were semifinalists for

the prestigious James Beard Awards — tying
us with other major foodie destinations, like
Los Angeles and Manhattan.
It’s not just chefs who find inspiration in
the region’s bounty. Vintners produce worldrenowned pinot noirs from the hillsides of
the Willamette Valley, while microbrewers
craft award-winning beers with Oregongrown hops. Portland (aka “Beervana”) has
over 75 craft breweries — more than any
other city on the planet. Nearly 20 urban
wineries bring wine country to the city,
while a cadre of distilleries use local grains
and fruit to create spirits with a distinctly
Oregon flavor.

“The funky, friendly
and artsy vibe of the
city, and its extremely
animated residents,
added energy and
entertainment to
our event. Attendees
left feeling they had
visited an ‘American
destination’ in the
Pacific Northwest
instead of having just
attended another
technical meeting in
a metro area.”
— Lisa Beaty,
ION GNSS+ 2017,
988 attendees

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In ways both big and small,
Portland has long been obsessed with
keeping its environment unspoiled.
Residents’ recycling and bike-commuting
rates are among the highest in the nation,
and city planners are committed to
preventing sprawl and preserving the
working farms and natural wonders that
ring the metropolitan area.
This eco-friendly ethos and sustainable
infrastructure make it incredibly easy to
plan a green meeting here. In 2004, the
Oregon Convention Center became the first
convention center in the world to earn LEED

certification. It was recertified as Silver in
2008 and achieved Platinum LEED status
in 2014.
Other LEED-certified facilities in Portland
include the nation’s first gold- and platinumlevel renovations of historic buildings
(the Jean Vollum Natural Capital Center
and the Gerding Theater at the Armory,
respectively). There are also many green
hotels in the city core — including the new
Hyatt Regency headquarters hotel, slated
to open in early 2020 — with certifications
ranging from LEED to Green Seal and
beyond.

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People of every ethnicity and
culture can find themselves in Portland. With
its independent spirit, the city welcomes
people from all backgrounds — and we invite
you to find yourself here, too. Multicultural
events run the gamut in Portland, including
the largest blues festival west of the
Mississippi, one of the nation’s biggest Cinco
de Mayo celebrations, an annual celebration
of the region’s native tribes at the Delta Park
Powwow and Encampment and a showcase
of African American cinema during the
Portland Black Film Festival.
Portland also has many vibrant and diverse
neighborhoods, like the “new Chinatown”

in Southeast Portland’s Jade District and
the nearby Portland Mercado, a Latin
American business incubator and food cart
pod. Multicultural attractions include the
authentic Lan Su Chinese Garden, Portland
Japanese Garden, the extensive collection
of Native American art at the Portland
Art Museum and a showcase of Japanese
American history at the Oregon Nikkei
Legacy Center.
Most importantly, you’ll find yourself in
the people of Portland — diverse, friendly
and ready to help.

MULTICULTURAL PORTLAND

9%
of Portland’s
population is
Latino

14%
of Portlanders

were born
outside of the U.S.

12,120
minority-owned
businesses in
Portland

Travel Portland team members celebrate the
Aug. 6, 2017, groundbreaking for the Hyatt
Regency at the Oregon Convention Center.

See meetings.travelportland.com/contact for details on regions and markets.
Markets listed apply regardless of region.

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MAKE YOUR JOB EASIE
Planners who select Portland can count on
professional and enthusiastic assistance, starting the minute the
meeting is confirmed and continuing through the closing session.
Our acclaimed team does everything it takes to save you money and
make your event a success. What’s more, our hotels and suppliers
work together to build a package that works for you.

The Oregon Convention Center (OCC) is the largest convention facility
in the Paciﬁc Northwest. It offers 255,000 square feet (23,690 sq m) of
contiguous exhibit space, 52 meeting rooms, two grand ballrooms, full-service
catering and an 800-space underground parking garage.Visitors can get to and
from the downtown hotel core and Portland International Airport with ease
via light rail and streetcars.
The OCC strives to be the most sustainable convention center in the
world — and the ﬁrst choice as a venue for green meetings.
A renovation of the Oregon Convention Center is underway and expected
to be completed by early 2020. The project includes numerous upgrades to
the center’s public spaces and ballrooms, as well as a reconstruction of the
north plaza. The new designs, inspired by Oregon’s landscape, will include
lichen-like carpets and forest canopy ceilings. The north plaza will be renovated
to provide more ﬂexible and usable space and to improve wayﬁnding for
adjacent hotel guests and transit commuters. These upgrades will allow
the 28-year-old center to continue to provide world-class service for today’s
meeting and event needs.

• Two VIP Suites overlooking their respective
exhibit halls
• Concessions that serve the exhibit halls and
lobbies, two Portland Roasting Cafes, and Stir
Bistro and Lounge in the main lobby
• Lobbies and public spaces adorned with
$2 million in artwork
• U.S. Green Building Council LEED® Platinum,
Green Meeting Industry Council APEX/ASTM
and Salmon-Safe certiﬁed

• High-speed internet and Wi-Fi connections
throughout, allowing up to 5,000 simultaneous
connections
• Features one of the highest-producing solar
panel arrays ever placed on a U.S. convention
center, generating 25% of all electrical power
used at the facility annually
• Extensive recycling, composting and waste
diversion programs
• New 600-room block headquarter hotel
opening by early 2020
• Award-winning customer service and
community leadership

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The Portland Expo Center is Oregon’s largest multipurpose
facility. The 53-acre (21.4 ha) campus boasts five spacious exhibit
halls totaling over 333,000 square feet (30,936 sq m) and 10 varied
meeting rooms. Conveniently located off of Interstate 5 between
downtown Portland and Vancouver, Washington, the Expo Center
is also only minutes from Portland’s city center as well as Portland
International Airport. With nearly 2,000 area hotel rooms and
shopping in close proximity, local and regional guests alike can
easily access the Expo Center campus for all types of events.

The Rose Quarter, owned by the Portland Trail Blazers and
managed by Rip City Management, includes the 20,000-seat Moda
Center, 12,000-seat Veterans Memorial Coliseum, 6,500-seat
Theater of the Clouds, an exhibit hall and the Rose Quarter
Commons.Veterans Memorial Coliseum is attached to the
40,000-square-foot (3,716 sq m) exhibit hall and seven meeting
rooms. The Commons, Portland’s largest outdoor public plaza,
connects the Moda Center and the Veterans Memorial Coliseum
venues and can accommodate up to 5,000 people for outdoor
events. Levy Restaurants is the official food and beverage
concessionaire for the Rose Quarter.

Clark County Event Center
at the Fairgrounds
17402 N.E. Delfel Rd.
Ridgefield, WA 98642
360.397.6180 | Fax: 360.397.6185
kathys@cceventcenter.org
clarkcoeventcenter.com
AMENITIES
Pet-Friendly
High-Speed Internet
Complimentary Wi-Fi
The Clark County Event Center is perfectly sited in the heart of
Southwest Washington and just 20 minutes north of Portland. Located
at the perennially successful fairgrounds and next to the Clark County
Amphitheater, the Clark County Event Center offers unmatched versatility
for all types of shows. The tremendous ﬂexibility of the Exhibition Hall gives
show and event planners plenty of options, with 97,200 square feet
(9,030 sq m) of column-free exhibit space available. That’s almost two
football fields! Don’t need that much space? Two air walls let you size down
to five other configurations. Expecting a large crowd? Bring it on! The Clark
County Event Center has parking for 7,500+ vehicles, as well as the tools to
configure a space that works for your event.
The Event Center is perfect for:
Consumer Shows
Trade Shows
Community Events
Traveling Attractions
Sporting Events
Equestrian & Canine Events

The Salem Convention Center is conveniently located in the heart of
downtown Salem, 47 miles (76 km) from Portland. It offers more than 30,000
square feet (2,787 sq m) of versatile meeting space as the perfect venue
for weddings, social events, multiple-day conventions, and workshops and
meetings.
With a full-service approach, the experienced conference service staff
can help guide you through every detail of your event, all with the goal of
creating the event you envision.
The Salem Convention Center was designed and constructed with the
intent of conforming to the standards of LEED (Leadership in Energy and
Environmental Design) certification. The interior is built with local recycled
materials (all from within a 500-mile [805 km] radius of Salem) and features
large, expansive windows for natural light.

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Come to Seaside and treat your clients to delicious food, wonderful
accommodations and nonstop fun — everything you need to make a splash
for your group’s next meeting or convention.
Just three blocks from the magnificent Pacific Ocean and 79 miles
(127 km) from Portland, the Seaside Civic and Convention Center overlooks
the scenic Necanicum River and Quatat Marine Park.
This beautiful setting offers complimentary high-speed, fiber-optic wireless
internet, basic sound and lighting, multimedia projectors, a self-service
business center and free city parking nearby, as well as catering services
by exclusive in-house caterer Oregon Fine Foods, Inc. With a $15 million
expansion/renovation underway, the facility currently boasts 22,000 square
feet (2,044 sq m) of meeting space, which will be increasing to 28,682 square
feet (2,665 sq m) in summer 2019.Visit seasideconvention.com to learn
more about this exciting project.
Seaside is home to more than 1,400 guestrooms – from hotels, motels
and condos to vacation rentals and bed and breakfasts. Options within close
proximity of the convention center range from quaint accommodations to
luxury suites featuring sweeping ocean vistas.
With outstanding meeting facilities and memorable adventures, Seaside
provides the perfect venue for your next convention or event. Let’s meet at
the beach!

Together, the Hilton Portland Downtown and the Duniway Hotel
combine to serve as Oregon’s largest convention hotel. Centrally located
just across the street from each other in downtown Portland, the hotels
are a short light rail ride away from the Oregon Convention Center, the
Oregon Zoo, Lan Su Chinese Garden and many other local attractions.
All accommodations feature city views, luxurious beds and linens, 65inch HD televisions, in-room coffee and tea, in-room dining and premium
bath products. Hotel amenities include wireless internet, two restaurants,
two 24-hour fitness centers, an indoor pool and a full-service business
center.
The newly redesigned Hilton Portland Downtown offers 782
guestrooms, 66,000 square feet (6,132 sq m) of meeting space and two
restaurants.
Capturing Portland’s trailblazing spirit, the Duniway Hotel (formerly the
Executive Tower) is a unique Portland hotel experience with unexpected
details and elevated touches curated for contemporary, eclectic tastes.
Nostalgia meets modern, casual meets curated and playfulness meets
sophistication in the 327 guestrooms, complemented by the innovative
cuisine of “Top Chef Masters” winner Chris Cosentino’s Jackrabbit.
Text “Hilton” to 24587 to take a virtual tour.

Welcome to an elevated meeting experience. The Nines has 14 creative
and contemporary meeting and event spaces able to host a range of events,
from a small boardroom meeting for 10 to a large 600-person event in the
sumptuous ballroom. Elegantly designed with a modern stylish aesthetic, the
meeting and event spaces feature stunning city views and original art pieces.
Delivering anticipatory and authentic guest service, The Nines takes
pride in its tenured staff, who are skilled at providing exceptional and
personalized service. They ensure every need is met and also provide stateof-the-art audiovisual service, as well as customized food and beverage
catering. Please don’t hesitate to let them know how they can make your
event or meeting a success.
A LEED Silver certified hotel, The Nines has incredible rooftop views,
artwork in every room and two restaurants that are loved by locals. As you
take the elevator to the eighth ﬂoor of the historic Meier & Frank building
you realize ... you’ve arrived.
The Nines is ideally situated downtown, steps from Pioneer Courthouse
Square and the central business district.

Explore all Portland has to offer from one of the city’s most
treasured historic downtown landmarks. Founded in 1913, The
Benson features elegant European design with a host of modern
amenities. See why U.S. presidents and CEOs have made The
Benson their home away from home for over 100 years — and
why it was voted a Meetings Today “Best of” award winner in 2017.
While retaining their luxurious continental feel, the guestrooms
were renovated in 2017 to capture the perfect blend of aesthetics
and comfort.
The Benson features two of the most beautiful ballrooms in
Portland, with 18,000 square feet (1,672 sq m) of varied event
spaces to fit your needs.
Amenities and services include two restaurants and bars,
concierge, valet parking, fitness center, business center and more.

Located in the heart of downtown Portland, this all-suite hotel
offers exceptional levels of convenience and service. Built in 1912,
the building combines original architecture and features with modern comfort, and is only two blocks from the MAX Light Rail line.
This is also the only Embassy Suites by Hilton that is a member of
Historic Hotels of America.
Remain productive during your stay at the Embassy Suites by
Hilton Portland Downtown hotel with the 24-hour BusinessLink™
Business Center and Wi-Fi access. Each two-room suite gives you
the space to work or relax, while the microwave and refrigerator
offer the comforts of home. Start your day in style.

Located close to downtown, the Hampton Inn and Suites by
Hilton Portland – Pearl District is a crisp and modern hotel in
Portland’s premier Pearl District. The hotel offers stunning views
from its rooftop patio, an indoor saline pool and free Hampton
hot breakfast. Lunch, happy hour and dinner are available at the
on-site restaurant, Tanner Creek Tavern.
Step out of the hotel to find yourself surrounded by boutique
shopping, art galleries, dining and attractions. The distinctive hotel
is just a short walk from Portland Center Stage at The Armory,
Lan Su Chinese Garden and Powell’s City of Books. The Hampton
Inn & Suites is also just moments away from the MAX Light Rail
and Portland Streetcar.

One of Portland’s most recognizable landmarks, the iconic
Heathman Hotel blends rich history with a reverent appreciation
for the arts. A cultural fixture since the day it opened in 1927,
the latest chapter of its shining renovation highlights the hotel’s
one-of-a-kind library and reaffirms the Heathman Hotel’s role as
a welcome respite for the creative, artistic set in Portland and for
visitors from around the globe.

Hotel deLuxe began as the Hotel Mallory, a luxurious retreat
commissioned in 1912 by Rufus Mallory. Today, the property is a
contemporary tribute to the golden era of Hollywood filmmaking
that tastefully balances art deco and modern art styles for a mix
of timeless sophistication and modern comfort. With the Hotel
deLuxe’s collection of vintage Hollywood photographs, each guest
sleeps surrounded by the greats of classic cinema. Unparalleled
service, engaging amenities and a warm, welcoming atmosphere
ensure Hotel deLuxe is a downtown Portland escape where every
guest feels like a star.

The Hotel Lucia, located in the midst of downtown, just
minutes away from Pioneer Courthouse Square and the illustrious
Pearl District, is an ideal location for exploring the boutique shops
and restaurants of Portland’s vibrant metropolis. The hotel is home
to the largest permanent collection of black and white photographs
by Oregon native and Pulitzer Prize-winner David Hume Kennerly,
one of the world’s most accomplished photographers. The hotel
also boasts one of the hottest restaurants in Portland: Imperial, led
by James Beard award winner Vitaly Paley and featuring perfectly
executed, elegant and soulful cuisine.
The Hotel Lucia is the quintessential Portland boutique hotel
transformed into the ultimate urban escape.

Hotel Modera is an oasis in the heart of downtown Portland,
tucked away in a little-known neighborhood called the Fountain
District. Their vision of Portland isn’t a “best-of,” a “top-ten,” or a
”must-see” they found on some blog. They’ll connect you with a
different Portland story — a story you can find only if you know
where to look. Zen out in the nature-filled, living wall–covered
courtyard, or get wild in the play-inducing game room. Fresh, local
and seasonal describe not just the food at the on-site restaurant,
Nel Centro; they describe Hotel Modera’s whole approach. Come
stay at Hotel Modera and rediscover Portland.

Looking for a unique Portland experience? This locally owned
all-suites boutique hotel is a gem nestled in the Northwest Portland
Nob Hill neighborhood. Walk just blocks to explore Slabtown and
the Pearl District, or hop on the Portland Streetcar for a quick
ride to downtown and the Portland waterfront. The Inn offers 70
spacious, artfully designed suites, most of which include full kitchens
and balconies. Along with the colorful modern retro décor, guests
enjoy the following amenities: continental breakfast, on-site parking
pass, high-speed Wi-Fi, Portland Streetcar tickets and weekly guest
receptions. Although the Inn does not have on-site banquet space, it
partners with nearby event venues within walking distance or a short
streetcar ride away.

The Mark Spencer Hotel, built in 1907, adds a piece of history
to Portland’s newest neighborhood, the West End District. Steps
away from the MAX and streetcar lines, brand-new restaurants and
retailers, its location is perfect for business or social functions.
With over 4,500 square feet (307 sq m) of ﬂexible space, all of
the meeting rooms feature natural light, state-of-the-art AV and
full-service catering options.
Hotel guests receive personalized service at this one-of-a-kind
boutique hotel. Daily continental breakfast, evening local wine
tasting and complimentary wireless internet are just the beginning.
Come stay here and see what it’s like to “Stay like a Local.”

For 170 years, Portland has been deep-thinking, beautiful,
quirky, creative and always true to itself. The Porter resonates
these very Portland sensibilities via its rich, textured aesthetic
and crafted beauty, with a name that personifies the tradition of
personalized, anticipatory service and is inspired by the hotel’s
waterside location. The Porter is thoughtful and beautiful without
being forced or pretentious. It’s just right in every detail. The hotel
features an array of upscale amenities, including meditation spa,
sauna and steam rooms. Restaurant outlets are sure to satisfy any
craving: Terrane Italian Kitchen + Bar for soulful Italian cuisine;
Chiosco Pizza Window for slices to go; xport bar & lounge for a
panoramic rooftop experience; and a deli grocer for fast fare.

One of Portland’s most storied hotels, Sentinel celebrates the
visionaries and innovators whose passion has impacted culture
and history. From science, music and fashion to sports and human
rights, Sentinel’s art collection captures the makers and doers
of our time. Sentinel, ideally located in the heart of Portland’s
city center, provides guests with a uniquely local experience
through lavish amenities, personalized service and inspiring
accommodations. With over 23,000 square feet (2,137 sq m) of
event space, from unique meeting rooms to beautiful breakout
space to the magnificent Governor’s Ballroom, Sentinel is the goto event venue for Portland’s creative and cultural leaders.

University Place Hotel and Conference Center is the most
affordable option for hosting your next event in downtown Portland.
The hotel is owned and operated by Portland State University (PSU)
and located on the beautiful urban campus. Educational, government
and non-profit groups receive special pricing for event space plus
discounted room blocks.
Steps from the hotel is the MAX Light Rail and other public
transportation, providing easy access to verything Portland has to offer.
Large groups can book over 40,000 square feet (3,716 sq m) of event
space across the PSU campus, which is open to all.The hotel offers onsite catering with free hot breakfast,Wi-Fi and a warm cookie for every
guest. Plenty of on-site parking is available for cars and buses for a minimal
fee. View our virtual tour today at http://bit.ly/UPH360.

One-of-a-kind Kennedy School is a convenient, comfortable
spot for corporate events and meetings. Events are made easy:
Set-up and staffing are included, and there’s no fee after the food
and beverage minimum is reached.
Locally owned McMenamins has a love of historic buildings —
and Kennedy School is a 1911 gem. Once an elementary school, it
has been renovated into Portland’s most unique hotel. Historical
photos and original artwork adorn the walls, ceilings, hallways and
even the pipes. Amenities include an indoor/outdoor restaurant,
bars, a movie theater, a brewery and classroom-turned-meeting
rooms. It’s all on-site, but for the traveler interested in exploring
Portland, the PDX airport, Oregon Convention Center and
downtown Portland are just minutes away.

Imagine a luxury hotel that embodies the spirit of the Pacific Northwest’s
most progressive city. The Crowne Plaza Portland Downtown is redefining
the upscale hospitality experience with an unwavering commitment to
sustainability, a unique range of amenities and an innovative approach to
delivering the highest standards of comfort for guests. Located just steps
from the Oregon Convention Center and Moda Center, within a worldclass network of rapid transit, the Crowne Plaza Portland Downtown hotel
is your home base for exploring the city’s countless cultural treasures. The
Crowne Plaza Portland Downtown is the only downtown Portland hotel
that provides round-trip airport shuttle service. It also has a ﬂeet of guest
bicycles and a complimentary local shuttle service, so you won’t have any
trouble getting around.
Planning a meeting? Where elegance meets innovation, the 13,500 square
feet (1,254 sq m) of ﬂexible meeting space offers a classic setting for a
memorable and productive meeting. Whether in the expansive Belmont
Ballroom, with its dedicated foyer space and French doors opening onto
an outdoor Fireside Plaza, or in the sophisticated Cambridge Boardroom,
your group will be energized by their surroundings. Crowne Plaza Portland
Downtown Convention Center — So Much More Than a Meeting.

In the heart of Portland, the DoubleTree by Hilton Portland is located
directly on the MAX Light Rail line. Getting around to Portland’s top
attractions is both affordable and easy. The hotel is within walking distance
of the Oregon Convention Center, Lloyd Center Mall, Moda Center and
Memorial Coliseum.
Whether you’re organizing a conference, sales presentation, corporate
retreat theme party or formal affair, the DoubleTree will accommodate
with 45,000 square feet (4,180 sq m) of meeting space and on-site
catering. The DoubleTree — Portland’s first Green Seal certified hotel —
employs green meeting specialists focused on sustainable and eco-friendly
innovations.

The Jupiter Hotel concept launched in 2002 with an 81-room motor
lodge renovated into a modern hotel for nomads and business travelers alike.
Connecting guests with the vibrancy of Portland from a local perspective
and building a community where visitors felt at home were critical. That
vision is alive and well today with Jupiter NEXT, an intentionally understated
evolution of Portland’s original boutique hotel, opened in June 2018.
Just minutes away from downtown, the Oregon Convention Center, Rose
Garden Arena and Portland’s most popular neighborhoods, Jupiter NEXT
is complete with open-air porches, a secret garden and a fifth-ﬂoor perch
overlooking the city.
Each room features Roxy, a state-of-the-art, digital concierge; the lobby
features a 24-hour rotating art gallery; and the Jupiter campus has two
original concept restaurants: Hey Love and Doug Fir, which features a
nationally renowned music venue.
Amenities include complimentary, locally-roasted coffee; specialty
chocolates from Grön Café; propertywide Wi-Fi; eco-friendly bath products;
discounts at more than 20 locally owned restaurants, breweries, boutiques
and tours; day passes for the Portland Rock Gym, Evolution Fitness and
Knots Springs spa; and city bikes for rent.
Whether you’re looking for affordability or luxury, rocking out or staying
in, the Jupiter has got room for you. From motor lodge to modern mainstay,
the Jupiter is not just a hotel in Portland; it’s a Portland hotel.

Less than 3 miles (4.8 km) from Portland International Airport,
the Hilton Garden Inn Portland Airport hotel has all the extras to
make your trip a success. Helpful service, modern technology and
comfortable accommodations help you feel at home.
Among hotels near the Portland airport, the Hilton Garden
Inn is a true standout with its many amenities for a travel-budgetfriendly price. Complimentary Wi-Fi and a 24-hour business center
let you stay up-to-date, while the indoor pool and fitness center
mean you can keep up your exercise routine while on the road.
Four function rooms make this a great choice for a meeting, gettogether or reunion.

Situated on airport grounds with 24-hour complimentary
shuttle service to Portland International Airport (PDX), this hotel
is the ideal destination for both business and leisure travelers. The
location is convenient to both the Portland city center and the
Vancouver, Wash., business sectors. Many local attractions, including the majestic Mount Hood, offer a variety of leisure activities.
All 215 smoke-free guestrooms have been designed with stylish
furnishings and a soothing contemporary palette. The hotel offers
wireless high-speed internet access and much more, including 17
meeting and conference rooms boasting over 22,500 square feet
(2,090 sq m) of ﬂexible meeting space.

The Red Lion Hotel on the River – Portland/Jantzen Beach is a mainstay
in the Portland community. Known for the largest pillar-free hotel ballroom
north of San Francisco at 18,000 square feet (1,672 sq m), the hotel sports
ﬂoor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the Columbia River. With over 36,000
square feet (3,345 sq m) of meeting space and 320 of the largest guestrooms
in Portland, the hotel is an easy place for guests to network with their peers
and catch up with old friends.
Spectacular views of Mount Hood, Mount St. Helens and the Columbia
River shore are always breathtaking and transport guests to the epicenter of
the Pacific Northwest experience.

Located in the heart of downtown Vancouver, Hilton Vancouver
Washington is just a short stroll to fun and eclectic restaurants, boutique
shopping, art galleries and the majestic Columbia River. This central location
provides easy access to Interstate 5 and is just 15 minutes from both
downtown Portland and Portland International Airport.
The Hilton Vancouver Washington recently completed a series of
contemporary renovations to the guestrooms (2015), meeting space (2017)
and restaurant (2018).
With 30,000 square feet (2,787 sq m) of ﬂexible meeting space and
21 separate meeting rooms, the property can accommodate groups of
10 to 1,000. The two main ballrooms can be divided into a variety of
configurations, with 18-foot ceilings to accommodate large displays and AV
requirements. Smaller meeting rooms on the second ﬂoor are perfect for
intimate gatherings and feature ﬂoor-to-ceiling windows for natural light.
Other amenities include the newly redesigned Grays restaurant and bar,
featuring a private dining space and outdoor patio, as well as an on-site AV
company with state-of-the-art equipment and high-speed internet access.
A 24-hour lobby business center, fitness center and pool fulfill needs of the
business and leisure traveler alike.
Dedicated and experienced convention services managers are here to
assist with details.

Oregon’s best-kept secret! Wonderfully secluded yet easily reachable, Mt.
Hood Oregon Resort has everything necessary for an unforgettable mountain getaway: 157 spacious guest rooms, suites and villas appointed with rich,
warm woods and bright, welcoming colors, plus fresh, seasonal cuisine and
boundless recreational options, including a year-round heated outdoor pool
and the best 27 holes of golf in the Mt. Hood Territory.
Mt. Hood Oregon Resort, located 45 miles (72 km) from Portland, has
over 18,000 square feet (1,672 sq m) of ﬂexible meeting space, combining
function with comfort and convenience with ease for a unique experience
you’ll be talking about for years.
Thirteen conference and banquet rooms are located in the Main Lodge
and the East Side Complex. For more intimate events, hospitality suites and
spaces designed for small groups are available throughout the resort grounds.

Headlands is an undiscovered gem on Oregon’s North Coast,
just a two-hour drive from Portland. Amid sweeping ocean views
and surrounded by the unspoiled beauty of the rugged Oregon
Coast, Headlands provides an extraordinary setting for your team
to regroup and recharge.
Inside the airy, light-filled lodge are several intimate and ﬂexible
meeting spaces for your team retreat, board meeting or small
conference. For larger groups, the iconic Pelican Brewing Company
is available next door. Experience group adventure packages tailored
to your team, like a hike through Sitka Sedge State Park or a beach
bonfire with s’mores under the stars. Adventure Coaches also set
up outings and events to help colleagues reconnect and revive,
including group cookouts and biking trips.

The Armory is a gorgeous, renovated historic building in
Portland’s trendy Pearl District. The two-tiered lobby spaces
dramatically merge Portland history and culture with state-of-theart sustainable design. This setting provides the perfect backdrop
for a successful and unforgettable event. The Armory is available
for all types of events, from small meetings to large conferences,
performances and other happenings. As the home of the city’s
ﬂagship theater company, the venue boasts a professional team of
event and production experts that can add a special element of
pizzazz to any occasion!
Rates and options are custom-tailored to meet each client’s
needs. Please contact the Armory directly for pricing and details.
The rentals team is available for personalized tours that showcase
this beautiful venue and would love to show you the space!

The Portland Art Museum’s landmark campus, in the heart of the cultural
district along the beautiful downtown Park Blocks, is an unforgettable event
location. From low-key affairs to all-out extravaganzas, the museum’s fully
functional, historic spaces include two ballrooms, an outdoor sculpture mall,
meeting rooms, an auditorium and other richly appointed rooms. Pair your
event with a viewing of the galleries, and choose from a variety of ﬂoor plans.
Discover an array of possibilities for guest lists ranging from a few dozen to
more than a thousand.

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4001 S.W. Canyon Road
Portland, OR 97221
503.220.2789
zoocatering@oregonzoo.org
oregonzoo.org
Oregon Zoo is nestled in the forested hills less than 3 miles (4.8 km) west
of downtown Portland, easily accessible via MAX Light Rail.Your guests will
feel like they’ve entered a whole new world, with unique event venues both
indoors and out.
The recently renovated Cascade Grill has a Northwest lodge feel, exposed
wood beams and a vaulted ceiling. This space is located steps away from the
light rail stop and has an expansive view of the park. Some outdoor venues are
adjacent to animal habitats. Special animal encounter experiences, including
giraffe feedings, are available at a variety of price points.

The Portland Spirit is ideal for dining cruises and events. Each vessel in
the ﬂeet offers an elegant atmosphere, superb service, the finest Pacific
Northwest cuisine and live entertainment. The Portland Spirit offers onedeck rentals, full-boat charters, and public and group reservations.
The ﬂeet includes the Portland Spirit, the Columbia Gorge Sternwheeler, the
Willamette Star, the Crystal Dolphin and the Explorer jet boat. All vessels are
available for private charters with availability to board in downtown Portland
or at our private dock in Southeast Portland near OMSI.
With the Portland Spirit ﬂeet you can enjoy a variety of sights and
experiences.Year-round offerings include brunch, lunch and dinner cruises
and charters. Seasonal holiday cruises operate on Easter, Mother’s Day,
Father’s Day, the Fourth of July, Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Other offerings include the Flashback Dance Cruise, Thursday Tribute Band
Cruise and sightseeing tours in downtown Portland and the Columbia
Gorge. Twice a year, Portland Spirit offers one-way cruises to Astoria and
moves the Sternwheeler to and from the Columbia Gorge. New for 2019:
Big Foot Explorer Cruise!

Yard House is the modern American gathering place where beer and
food lovers unite. Tap in to great food, classic rock and an endless ﬂeet of
tap handles featuring the best American craft and import beers. Whatever
the size, whatever the occasion,Yard House is ready for your next big
celebration. They make the planning effortless to ensure your party is a
success.
Group dining menus offer ﬂavors for every taste and the ﬂexibility to fit
any budget. With an extensive selection of prix-fixe, multiple-course menus,
Yard House will work with you to create a dining experience that’s sure to
satisfy all your guests’ cravings. The exhibition kitchen creates more than
100 items made from scratch daily and features an array of dishes, from
grilled burgers and steaks to street tacos and seafood. Beer aficionados will
appreciate the 130 tap handles that includes over 30 local and regional beers
and a handful of taps reserved for seasonal and small-batch selections as part
of the rotating “Chalkboard Series.”
Choose Yard House for a cocktail party, intimate dinner gathering or
corporate function, and experience an event like no other. The entire
restaurant can be reserved for just your guests in addition to semi-private
event spaces; it offers a wide-open, welcoming space for events — large
enough for anyone and everyone who shares a passion for beer and food.
Yard House in Portland is located downtown at the Pioneer Place Mall
on the corner of S.W. Fifth Avenue and Taylor Street. Tap in to happy hour,
Monday through Friday from 3–6 p.m. and Sunday through Wednesday from
9 p.m.–close, featuring half off select appetizers and pizzas as well as $2 off
beer, wine, cocktails and spirits.Yard House is open daily at 11 a.m. for lunch,
dinner and late-night dining.
Visit yardhouse.com/dining for more information.

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An urban winery housed in a mid-century Quonset hut,
Coopers Hall tells the story of where Portland has been and
where it is going. Whether booking a small gathering on the
mezzanine, a cocktail party or daytime lecture in the barrel room,
or a client appreciation dinner within our whole space, an event at
Coopers Hall means individuality and distinction.
Guests can peek into the workings of a winery while enjoying
the modern industrial design of the space. A Central Eastside
location places you minutes from downtown and the convention
center. At Coopers Hall, the commitment to guest care is
paralleled only by the dedication to sustainability in the kitchen
and wine production, highlighting the food and wine that the
Willamette Valley offers.

The Leftbank Annex offers something unique to Portland: a
large, ﬂexible urban venue for every kind of event or meeting. The
Annex blends a sleek and well-coordinated event infrastructure
with the raw industrial design elements of a prewar building and
offers top-notch amenities.
Note: The Leftbank Annex is only accepting bookings for events
through December 2019.

Featuring breathtaking riverfront views and exciting interactive
exhibits, OMSI offers both a unique event experience and
brain-powered fun. Located on the east bank of the Willamette
River in the heart of Portland, the museum features a renovated
restaurant, four exhibit halls with hundreds of hands-on exhibits
available for private evening rental, a state-of-the-art movie
theater, a world-class planetarium and a real submarine. Free
parking, room to entertain 25–2,500 guests and sustainable food
service make OMSI a sought-after event destination. Bon Appétit,
OMSI’s exclusive caterer, is known for innovative menu design
with a passion for fresh, local ingredients, creating an unforgettable
event experience.

Situated downtown by the waterfront, PBS Portland occupies
the entire third ﬂoor of Pioneer Place mall. PBS cultivates an
eclectic approach to the new concept of “eatertainment” by
combining scratch-made food, craft beverages and classic arcadestyle games. Because the ﬂoor plan is open, the venue features a
ﬂuid meeting space that can accommodate meetings with any vibe.
The biggest PBS to date, this 32,000-square-foot (2,973 sq m)
behemoth can turn a “mehhh” kind of meeting into a “dangggg”
kind of night. Games like bowling, billiards and darts will remind
you: Bragging rights never die. Make your meeting time in Portland
memorable.

Renata is located in the heart of Portland’s Central Eastside
District, which is teeming with local artisans, hip eateries and
trendy shops. The location is readily accessible from every area of
the city. Renata is dedicated to its welcoming, family-centric roots
and neighborhood ethos. Every dish retains the authenticity of its
Italian origin, layered with thoughtful and playful interaction using
ingredients from the bounty of the Pacific Northwest. Renata
has two private dining spaces and a patio conducive to cocktail
receptions or seated meals. The striking space also lends itself to
full buyouts for larger groups. A sister location, Figlia Americana,
can also be booked for special events with the Renata menu.

Sitting at the gateway of Portland’s South Park Blocks,Viking
Pavilion at the Peter W. Stott Center is a sustainably designed
and functionally ﬂexible venue that transforms to meet your
needs. From an intimate 34-person banquet to a packed house of
3,400,Viking Pavilion is ideal for conferences, receptions, lectures,
sporting events, commencements, concerts, trade shows and
more.
The LEED Gold certified facility offers a variety of vibrant
spaces and amenities, including 14,000 square feet (1,301 sq m)
of arena ﬂoor space, six AV-equipped breakout rooms and a large
multipurpose room. A stunning concourse, a versatile café and
two 20-foot (6 m) jumbotron screens are also available inside the
venue, which is easily accessible from Interstate 405 and via public
transportation.

For nearly 50 years, the Ponzi Family has farmed the slopes of Oregon’s
Chehalem Mountains, dominated by Laurelwood soil: a unique and distinctly
suitable soil for growing quality wine grapes. The Laurelwood at Ponzi
Vineyards is a tribute to the land, its bounty and the beautiful wines it has
produced throughout the decades. Ponzi Vineyards invites you to experience
elevated hospitality that embraces great wine and food with a captivating
wine country backdrop. The Laurelwood is ideal for private tastings, food
and wine pairings, private lunches and dinners, off-site workshops and
classes, birthdays and anniversaries, rehearsal dinners, executive retreats, and
weddings and receptions.

EDUCATE. ENTERTAIN. PRESERVE. CELEBRATE.
World of Speed is all about motorsports.
From drag racing and land-speed records to open-wheel racing and
NASCAR, World of Speed Motorsports Museum celebrates it all. The
educational museum features historic race cars, boats and motorcycles that
tell the story of motorsports culture and provide visitors with a behind-thescenes look at the racing world.
If you love motorsports, stop by and check out the featured exhibits
like “Harley-Davidson: America’s Motorcycle” or “Mario Andretti: Racing
Royalty,” which opens in late March 2019. Other special exhibits include
the Daytona Banking Wall, the Wall of Sound, Women in Racing and the
History of Northwest Drag Racing. The museum also celebrates road racing,
motorcycle racing and hydroplanes in exhibits that are constantly changing
– there is always something new to see and learn at World of Speed! While
you’re on-site, take a spin (or two) in one of three simulators that put you
behind the wheel of an iconic Formula, Indy or NASCAR race car!
World of Speed has lots of family-friendly exhibits and activities, including
the Super Service Center, a kid-size replica car and service garage that’s a
hit with the preschool crowd. The museum offers summer and winter break
camps and workshops for children that teach STEM concepts through the
lens of motorsports. World of Speed also hosts automotive classes for nine
area high schools during the week and has behind-the-scenes tours of the
educational Learning Center on most Saturdays.
The museum can be rented out for any type of event – everything from
children’s birthday parties to intimate gatherings in the Atomic Lounge (a
midcentury-modern marvel) to a party for 800 of your closest friends or
clients. The on-site Orbit Event staff will help you curate an event your
guests won’t soon forget.

EcoTours of Oregon Day
Tours/Pinot Patrol Wine Tours
has planned conference
tours, convention group tours,
group tours and team building
corporate tours since 1992.
Our nature and culinary
offerings in the Portland area
are world-class and we can
help your participants
experience them. Our expert
guides and tour planners can
make it easy for you.

Plan for less things to worry about when you book your next meeting or
event at Hyatt Regency Portland at the Oregon Convention Center. Our
hotel features 32,000 square feet of meeting space with a bar, gym and
gathering areas for guests to relax and make connections. Here, we take
care of every detail, so you can focus on giving your attendees the
attention they deserve.
For more information or to book a meeting
or event, email PDXRP-RFP@hyatt.com or
visit hyattregencyportlandocc.com.
HYATT REGENCY PORTLAND
AT THE OREGON CONVENTION CENTER